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Trypanosoma cruzi, culture
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | Yes, prior authorization for B&T patients required. |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | P406 |
| Test group | Trypanosoma |
| Performed by | Microbiology |
| In House Availability | Monday-Friday, day shift |
| Collection Instructions | Deliver the specimen directly to the laboratory within 30 min. of collection during the hours the test is offered. Include travel/residence history on requisition. Friday samples must be received by 1230 hours. |
| Container type | Clean container |
| Sample type | Tissue |
| UCSF Rejection Criteria | Samples received after 1230 Friday or over weekend. |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | Protozoan parasites; Chagas; Parasite culture |
| Stability | Room temperature 24 hours |
| Turn around times | 7-21 days |
| Additional information | This test is only offered for the causative agent of Chagas disease, T. cruzi. |
| LOINC code | 10687-2 |
| Last Updated | 8/24/2011 12:29:01 PM |
| Entry Number | 953 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667